If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore refrigerators and freezers were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears appliance repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite models; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Murrieta
40 repair companies serve Murrieta from within 30 miles. 11 list an address in Murrieta, and other nearby bases include Temecula (10), Menifee (6), and Lake Elsinore (6). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is SERVICE TECHNICIAN, about 0.3 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 1.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
The leading options for Murrieta are Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (59.2 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.8 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Home Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.8 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TNE Service (5.5 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.9 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Common Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freezer thawing in a cold garage. Kenmore says a standard refrigerator in a room below about 45°F may not run its compressor enough, and recommends a garage-ready model built for a wide temperature range. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Murrieta and freezer repair in Murrieta.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- A new Kenmore refrigerator reaches a usable fresh food temperature in about 4 to 6 hours, but the freezer needs 12 to 24 hours to settle at its 0°F target. Source: Kenmore - FAQ: How long does it take for a new fridge to reach its designated temperature?
- Kenmore rates its garage-ready models for surrounding temperatures from 45°F to 110°F and notes that standard refrigerators struggle below 45°F. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Murrieta Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Murrieta come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Repair Company in Murrieta
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Murrieta, CA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Murrieta technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.